Prohibits use of education, occupation, and credit score as rating factors in automobile insurance underwriting.
S 2248 prohibits New Jersey automobile insurers from using an applicant's or policyholder's education level, occupation, or credit score (including credit report details) when determining car insurance rates or assigning rating tiers. The bill directly affects all drivers applying for or renewing private passenger auto insurance in New Jersey by banning these factors from underwriting decisions. Key provisions include requiring insurers to file underwriting rules with the commissioner for approval and prohibiting them from even asking about these factors during applications. If enacted, this would prevent insurers from basing rates on these criteria, which critics argue disproportionately impact low-income and minority drivers.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
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3 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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Angela McKnight
DDemocratic
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Nilsa Cruz-Perez
DDemocratic
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Teresa Ruiz
DDemocratic
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Britnee Timberlake
DDemocratic
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